Water Utility Maintenance Worker I / II
- City of College Place
- College Place, Washington
- Full Time
Water Utility Maintenance Worker I / II
City of College Place - College Place, WA
Posted: 8/12/2025 - Expires: 11/10/2025
Job ID: 292319550
Job Description
The City of College Place has on opening for a full-time Water Utility Worker within the Public Works Department. This position performs routine maintenance and operation functions within the City's water system.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Depending upon assignment, the incumbent may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties, which are a representative sample of the level of work appropriate to this class.
Employees of the City of College Place are expected to model and foster the City's core values: Open and Honest, Cooperation, Respect, Service, & Diversity.
Perform routine vehicle and equipment inspections.
Mowing and trimming.
Operate CDL and non-CDL required vehicles, as well as heavy equipment including but limited to backhoes, graders, and vactor trucks.
Keep accurate maintenance records.
Flush fire hydrants.
Exercise valves.
Work on water service crews.
Install, maintain, and repair water mains, fire hydrants, check valves, and water service lines.
Install, relocate, and adjust water meter boxes and valve cans.
Install and calibrate water meters.
Locate, identify, and mark City utilities.
Facility repairs.
Use of power hand tools.
Participates in the Standby rotation and responds to Public Works Emergencies.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
Background with computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
City organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
Methods and techniques of general construction, including maintenance and repair practices.
Valve and water line operation.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Work alone and with crew.
Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing.
Read and communicate in English.
Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
Ability to follow a schedule, work within set timeframes, and meet deadlines.
Safety compliance is a condition of employment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Basic 1st-aid & CPR certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Washington State approved Flagging and Traffic Control Certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid State of Washington or Oregon driver's license with Class A Commercial Driver's License with an air brake use, tank, and trailer endorsement.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in a variety of environments.
Work is performed in a variety of environments.
Frequently works near moving, mechanical parts.
Frequently works around fumes and airborne particles.
Frequently works in an environment that is loud.
Will work in all climates and various weather conditions.
Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Must be able to walk, climb on ladders, and reach with hands and arms.
Must be able to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Occasionally work is performed at high elevations, in trenches, and confined spaces.
Ability to perform heavy labor is required. This position frequently requires lifting 50 pounds and, occasionally, 75 to 100+ pounds.
WATER UTILITY I (Salary Range: $4,257 - $4,791/month)
WATER UTILITY II (Salary range - $4,717 - $5,310/month)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR WATER UTILITY II:
Valid Water Distribution Manager Level I or higher certificate issued by the Washington State Department of Health or obtain within 18 months.
Minimum one (1) year experience in Water Utilites or realted field.
Job Summary
Company Details
Company
City of College Place
Industry
Executive Offices
Job Information
Location
College Place, WA
Website
Job Type
Full Time Employee
Experience
1+ to 2 Years
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Education Level
High School or equivalent
Job Position
1 Position(s) Open
Salary/Wage
$4,257.00 - $5,310.00 /month
Duration
Over 150 Days
Additional Information
Job Shift
Days (1st shift)
Testing Required
Drug testing/screening
Background checks
Reference checks
Motor vehicle record check
Federal Contractor
No
Affirmative Action Plan
No
City of College Place - College Place, WA
Posted: 8/12/2025 - Expires: 11/10/2025
Job ID: 292319550
Job Description
The City of College Place has on opening for a full-time Water Utility Worker within the Public Works Department. This position performs routine maintenance and operation functions within the City's water system.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Depending upon assignment, the incumbent may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties, which are a representative sample of the level of work appropriate to this class.
Employees of the City of College Place are expected to model and foster the City's core values: Open and Honest, Cooperation, Respect, Service, & Diversity.
Perform routine vehicle and equipment inspections.
Mowing and trimming.
Operate CDL and non-CDL required vehicles, as well as heavy equipment including but limited to backhoes, graders, and vactor trucks.
Keep accurate maintenance records.
Flush fire hydrants.
Exercise valves.
Work on water service crews.
Install, maintain, and repair water mains, fire hydrants, check valves, and water service lines.
Install, relocate, and adjust water meter boxes and valve cans.
Install and calibrate water meters.
Locate, identify, and mark City utilities.
Facility repairs.
Use of power hand tools.
Participates in the Standby rotation and responds to Public Works Emergencies.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
Background with computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
City organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
Methods and techniques of general construction, including maintenance and repair practices.
Valve and water line operation.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Work alone and with crew.
Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing.
Read and communicate in English.
Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
Ability to follow a schedule, work within set timeframes, and meet deadlines.
Safety compliance is a condition of employment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Basic 1st-aid & CPR certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Washington State approved Flagging and Traffic Control Certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid State of Washington or Oregon driver's license with Class A Commercial Driver's License with an air brake use, tank, and trailer endorsement.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in a variety of environments.
Work is performed in a variety of environments.
Frequently works near moving, mechanical parts.
Frequently works around fumes and airborne particles.
Frequently works in an environment that is loud.
Will work in all climates and various weather conditions.
Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Must be able to walk, climb on ladders, and reach with hands and arms.
Must be able to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Occasionally work is performed at high elevations, in trenches, and confined spaces.
Ability to perform heavy labor is required. This position frequently requires lifting 50 pounds and, occasionally, 75 to 100+ pounds.
WATER UTILITY I (Salary Range: $4,257 - $4,791/month)
WATER UTILITY II (Salary range - $4,717 - $5,310/month)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR WATER UTILITY II:
Valid Water Distribution Manager Level I or higher certificate issued by the Washington State Department of Health or obtain within 18 months.
Minimum one (1) year experience in Water Utilites or realted field.
Job Summary
Company Details
Company
City of College Place
Industry
Executive Offices
Job Information
Location
College Place, WA
Website
Job Type
Full Time Employee
Experience
1+ to 2 Years
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Education Level
High School or equivalent
Job Position
1 Position(s) Open
Salary/Wage
$4,257.00 - $5,310.00 /month
Duration
Over 150 Days
Additional Information
Job Shift
Days (1st shift)
Testing Required
Drug testing/screening
Background checks
Reference checks
Motor vehicle record check
Federal Contractor
No
Affirmative Action Plan
No
Job ID: 489536038
Originally Posted on: 8/15/2025
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